About John Delamere
Born 1956. John Delamere is an Irish association football player.
John Delamere (born 18 February 1956) is an Irish former professional footballer who played as a striker.
Playing career Delamere played in Ireland with Shelbourne, Limerick and Sligo Rovers. At Shelbourne, he was their top scorer for a few seasons. He signed for Sligo Rovers in January 1978 to replace Mick Leonard. Delamere was the top scorer in the 1978–79 League of Ireland season, scoring two goals for Sligo and 15 goals for Shelbourne.
He also played for Cork United, Hammond Lane, Home Farm, Longford Town and Athlone Town.
He spent the 1981–82 season with Dutch club PEC Zwolle. Author Gerjos Weelink described Delamere as a "purebred cult figure".
Later life As of September 2009, he was the President of amateur club Galty Celtic, and also sponsored the club's kits.
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Who is John Delamere?
Irish association football player
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John Delamere was born on 18 February 1956.
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John Delamere is an association football player.
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John Delamere is Irish.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Delamere (footballer)
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